"Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Prepares for Launch"

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Blue Origin's New Glenn heavy-lift vehicle has successfully rolled out and upended on the pad at Launch Complex 36, marking a significant milestone in preparation for its first launch later this year. The rocket, named after John Glenn, features a reusable first stage and aims to support a variety of missions, including NASA's Artemis program. Powered by seven BE-4 engines, New Glenn is designed for reusability and aims to radically reduce cost-per-launch. With a full customer manifest, including NASA and commercial satellite companies, Blue Origin is also certifying New Glenn with the U.S. Space Force for the National Security Space Launch program.

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